Kizhakke Pogum Rail (Eng: Eastbound Train) is a 1978 Indian Tamil film, directed by P. Bharathiraja, starring newcomers Sudhakar and Raadhika in lead roles.
The film had a musical score by Ilaiyaraaja and was released on 10 August 1978. The film was a blockbuster and completed a 364-day run at the box office.
The film starts with the young woman Panchali (Raadhika) gets off the train named ‘Kizhakke Pogum Rail’ and lands in the village Thamaraikulam which follows strict rules.
Directed by – P. Bharathiraja
Produced by – S. A. Rajkannu
Written by – R. Selvaraj
Screenplay by – P. Bharathiraja
Story by – R. Selvaraj
Starring – Sudhakar, Raadhika, Janagaraj, Vijayan, Goundamani
Music by – Ilaiyaraaja
Cinematography – P. S. Nivas
Edited by – T. Thirunavukkarasu
Production – Sri Amman Creations
Release date – 10 August 1978
Running time – 125 min
Country – India
Language – Tamil
Visitor Rating: 5 Stars